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HADASSAH TH NATIONAL98 CONVENTION JULY 25-28, 2016 ATLANTA, GA

THE POWER OF OUR DREAMS

HADASSAH THE WOMEN’S ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. featured SPEAKERS (CONFIRMED TO DATE)

Peter Natan Noam Caroline Ash Barak Gilboord Glick

Rachel Noam Phyllis Malcolm Glicksman Green Greenberger Hoenlein

Dalia Karen Gwyneth Abigail Itzik Lakin Paltrow Pogrebin

Letty Cottin Joel Zoya Anne Pogrebin Policzer Raynes Schuchat

Nelly Marissa Ellen Shiloh Shorenstein Steinberg

Lauren Steven Judith Rachel Stern Kedem Teske Varnai Wasserman Shorer

Nanette Paul Anita Wenger Wolpe Zucker

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4 Letter from the 2016 Convention Chairs 5 Letter from National President Ellen Hershkin 5 Letter from CEO/Executive Director Janice Weinman 6 Convention-at-a-Glance 8 Monday, July 25 Schedule 9 Tuesday, July 26 Schedule 15 Wednesday, July 27 Schedule 19 Thursday, July 28 Schedule 22 Pencil Power! Community Service Mitzvah Project 23 General Information 29 Registration Form 38 Disclaimer

HADASSAH 98TH NATIONAL CONVENTION | 3 convention chairs LETTER

Dear Members of Our Hadassah Family, We are honored to invite you to the Hadassah 98th National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. Hadassah founder Henrietta Szold said, “Dare to dream … and when you dream, dream big.” Our big dreams, brought to life by our volunteers’ relentless efforts, have kept Hadassah’s work relevant and meaningful as we’ve evolved with our changing world. The Hadassah 98th National Convention focuses on The Power of Our Dreams. We’re positive you’ll be inspired, as we have been, as we convene to celebrate Hadassah’s past, present, and what we’ll accomplish together in our future. The Power of Our Dreams is why we do the work we do with Hadassah. We invite each of you, our Hadassah family, to become a bigger part of building upon Henrietta Szold’s Dream. You Make Our Big Dreams a Reality At National Convention 2016, you’ll learn more about what it means to be part of Hadassah, The Power of Women Who Do. Educate Engage Empower • Advocate for issues important to women in the US and Israel, in our State Capitals and on Capitol Hill The Power • Speak up about women’s health • Support groundbreaking medical research of Women • Foster productive dialogues on Zionism Who Do • Educate and build leaders • Connect youth to Israel and build brighter futures for at-risk children in Israel

• Explore shifts in women’s leadership — At the Knesset, with Dalia Itzik, the first female speaker of the Knesset 2016 — Through Hadassah’s role at the UN — As a convener of the new Coalition on Women’s Health Equity National • Build skills in Achieving the Dream trainings and workshops Convention • Be inspired by plenary speakers on gender equity in medical research, in Atlanta, Israeli security, new trends in the Jewish communal world, HMO’s lifesaving Georgia treatments, and more • Celebrate Women Who Do Awards • Participate in a live taping of Hadassah’s provocative Defining Zionism series • Connect and network with like-minded young women • Eat, Drink & Dance, plus enjoy live music, yoga and celebrity guests

Looking forward to reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones at #HadassahConv2016!

Merna Carol Ann Schwartz Merna Shapiro National Convention Chair National Convention Vice Chair

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Dear Friends, I hope you will accept my invitation to join us this summer at Hadassah’s 98th National Convention to be held at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel, July 25-28, 2016. It will be the first time I will preside over a National Convention as your National President and I look forward to sharing that experience with many colleagues and old friends while making new ones! Convention is always a wonderful opportunity for us to come together and celebrate, as well as to discuss current issues facing Hadassah, Israel, and the Jewish people. We will be joined by acclaimed guest speakers who will share their expertise and be part of our dialogue about what is important to us as an organization and as a People. Atlanta is not only an airline Hub city, it is also the site of our first Hadassah HUB (Super South). It is a warm, welcoming city rich with southern hospitality. Come early, stay late—bring your family!! Kulanu B’Yachad, WE Together, will share a most empowering experience!

B’Shalom,

Ellen Hershkin National President

Dear Delegates, Associates and Guests Our Convention in Atlanta this July should be a momentous event and an opportunity to celebrate the wonderful organization of which we are a part. Participation in serious deliberations, inspirational and exciting panels, workshops and training sessions will be both illuminating and innovative in format and presentation. At the same time, the Convention will cover topics ranging from the practical to the ideological with many levels of content in between. And, the Convention will provide opportunities for fun and reunion as we enjoy entertainment, the launching of new campaigns, and one another’s company. Thank you for joining us. We very much look forward to connecting with you.

With warm wishes,

Janice Weinman CEO/Executive Director

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Monday, July 25, 2016

1:00 – 8:00 pm Convention Registration Open 1:00 – 5:00 pm Boutique Open (credit cards only) 1:30 – 2:30 pm First Timer & Gifted Members Welcome Reception 2:30 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Alumnae Reception 3:00 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Young Women’s Reception 5:00 – 7:00 pm Region Dinners (arranged by your unit) 5:00 – 7:00 pm Guardian & Society of Major Donors Intimate Dinner & Discussion (by invitation only) 7:30 – 10:00 pm Gala Opening Plenary 9:00 – 11:00 pm Boutique Open (credit cards only) 10:00 – 11:00 pm Gala Opening Dessert Reception

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

7:00 – 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga 7:00 – 8:30 am Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00 am Shacharit Morning Service 7:30 am – 8:00 pm Convention Registration Open 8:30 – 10:30 am National Business Meeting (Delegates Only) 8:30 – 10:30 am Associates Annual Business Meeting (Associates Only) 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Boutique Open (credit cards only) 10:30 – 10:35 am A Hadassah Missions Moment 10:45 – 11:20 am Plenary: Hadassah Achieves the Dream—Youth Aliyah and Young Judaea 11:25 am – 12:05 pm Plenary: Hadassah Achieves the Dream—Hadassah International 12:05 – 12:10 pm Give Yourself an Extraordinary Gift—A Hadassah Mission 12:05 – 12:20 pm Pick up Boxed Lunch 12:20 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions 2:45 – 4:15 pm Plenary: Against All Odds, Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) 4:30 – 5:30 pm Plenary: New Trends in the Jewish Communal World 6:30 pm The Founders Dinner (by invitation only) 8:30 – 9:20 pm Party at the Pulse Dessert & Cocktail Reception 9:30 – 11:00 pm #HadassahRocks

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Wednesday, July 27, 2016

7:00 – 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga 7:00 – 8:30 am Breakfast 7:15 – 8:15 am Networking for Fundraising: Brainstorming Breakfast 7:30 – 8:00 am Shacharit Morning Service 8:00 – 2:00 pm Convention Registration Open 8:30 – 10:00 am Plenary: Women Achieving the Dream—Honoring Women Who Do 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Boutique Open (credit cards only) 10:20 – 11:00 am Plenary: Israeli Security Meets Modern Tech—The Iron Dome 11:05 am – 12:00 pm Plenary: Advocating for Gender Equity in Medicine 12:00 – 12:15 pm Pick up Boxed Lunch 12:15 – 2:30 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions 2:45 – 4:00 pm Plenary: What Exactly Does Zionism Mean to You? 4:15 – 5:30 pm Plenary: Like Mother, Like Daughter 6:30 – 7:15 pm Keepers of the Gate Cocktail Reception 6:30 – 7:30 pm Physicians’ Council Cocktail Reception 7:30 pm Gala Banquet and Presentation of the 2016 Henrietta Szold Award

Thursday, July 28, 2016—Taking it Home

Breakfast is on your own.

7:00 – 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga 7:30 – 8:30 am Shacharit Morning Service 9:00 – 10:30 am The Power of Hands-on Training 10:45 – 11:45 am Closing Plenary and Awards Ceremony

Post Convention Activities

1:30 – 4:30 pm Nurses Council CEUs—Emory Campus and Tour of CDC

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Monday, July 25, 2016

1:30 – 2:30 pm First Timers & Gifted Members Welcome Reception Welcome! Everyone attending their first Hadassah National Convention is invited to this reception, designed to bring together first timers to mingle and meet Hadassah’s Current and Past National Presidents and CEO/Executive Director. This is your chance to ask questions about Hadassah’s work around the country and in Israel, and what’s ahead at #HadassahConv2016.

2:30 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Alumnae Reception Did you travel on a Hadassah YW/YL Mission? Are you a past Hadassah Leadership Fellow, Hadassah NYLAC Rep for your Region or HLA graduate? This is your chance to reconnect with alumnae who share your passion for Hadassah at a reception hosted by the Member & Unit Services Division.

3:00 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Young Women’s Welcome Reception If you’re 45 or younger, you won’t want to miss this chance to network and meet like-minded women who are re-defining how they are making an impact on important issues through Hadassah. Join this special welcome reception with the Member & Unit Services Division, Past National President Marlene Post, and a special guest.

5:00 – 7:00 pm Hadassah Region Welcome Dinners Regional delegates and Associates will have a chance to regroup with their units for their own dinners. Please contact your Region President or Region Convention Chair for details. Don’t know who to contact? Find out online at hadassah.org/chapters.

5:00 – 7:00 pm Guardian & Society of Major Donors Intimate Dinner & Discussion At this private dinner and discussion, major donors will meet our Convention speakers and other distinguished guests in an exclusive, intimate setting. All Society of Major Donors or higher giving levels are welcome. We welcome new pledges from those who want to bring their cumulative giving to $120,000 (Society of Major Donors) or $250,000+ (Guardian Donors).

All attendees will be given priority seating at the Convention opening plenary immediately following dinner. Hosted by Miki Schulman, Guardian Chair; Esther Berman, Society of Major Donors Chair, and Nancy Wiadro, Major Gifts Chair. Couvert: $60 per person. By invitation only. Pre-registration required as part of your online Convention registration. For eligibility or questions, please contact Jaime Seltzer, Sr. Major Gifts Officer at [email protected] or 860.559.1547.

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7:30 – 10:00 pm The Power of Our Dreams Gala Opening Plenary At the Gala Opening Plenary of the 98th Hadassah National Convention, we’re celebrating The Power of Our Dreams. Attendees from across the United States and around the world gather to connect more deeply with the work of Hadassah, our mission, and one another. You’ll be inspired by National President Ellen Hershkin and Hadassah CEO Janice Weinman, and be welcomed by a top Atlanta government official, who will present Hadassah with a special proclamation. And you’ll hear from an extraordinary woman—the recipient of Hadassah’s Power of Our Dreams Award, Oscar®-winning actress, Gwyneth Paltrow —an entrepreneur and a powerful advocate for women’s health, groundbreaking medical research, and youth-at-risk. Hadassah members and Associates from the greater Atlanta area who are not attending the full National Convention can attend the Gala Opening Plenary and Reception for $36 per person. 10:00 – 11:00 pm The Power of Our Dreams Gala Dessert Reception We are celebrating The Power of Our Dreams, the beginning of four powerful days together, and the 100th anniversary of the Greater Atlanta Chapter of Hadassah. Enjoy a delectable dessert reception in the Hadassah Chai-lights area.

Tuesday, July 26, 2016

7:00 – 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga 7:30 – 8:00 am Shacharit Morning Services 8:30 – 10:30 am National Business Meeting & Updates (Delegates only) Delegates play a primary role in shaping Hadassah. Share our pride in what Hadassah has accomplished in the last year. As a delegate, exercise your right and responsibility to participate, vote on policy statements and amendments to our constitution and elect new Hadassah National Vice Presidents and National Board Members.

8:30 – 10:30 am Hadassah Associates: Business Meeting & Updates (Associates only) All men attending the Convention are invited to join the Associates as they celebrate their Golden Anniversary—50 years of Associates supporting the medical achievements of Hadassah Medical Organization; election of the NCHA new officers to the Board of Directors (Associates’ delegates only); installation of the Associates’ new National President; engaging speakers on medical issues, including lung cancer, the 2016 focus of the Men’s Health Initiative; reports on Associate programs and events nationwide; and presentation of the Associate of the Year Award.

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10:30 – 10:35am A Hadassah Missions Moment: Power Trips to Israel When you tour Israel with Hadassah, it’s not just a mission. It’s a powerful cultural, emotional, and spiritual adventure of the old, new, past, present and future! Hear how our upcoming Hadassah missions will deepen your connection to Israel. From the Fashion, Food, Wine & Design Mission, and the Ancient to Awesome Mission, make new memories now!

10:45 – 11:20 am Plenary: Hadassah Achieves the Dream—Jewish Continuity and a Love of Israel Barbara “BG” Goldstein, Deputy Director of the Hadassah Office in Israel, delves into how Youth Aliyah and Young Judaea foster our future as a Jewish People committed to continuity and a love of Zionism. Speakers include: Leor Rosen, Young Judaea, Leaders of Tomorrow scholarship winner; Rabbi Leora Frankel, Young Judaea Alumna; Lauren Stern Kedem, English teacher & Director of Public Relations at Meir Shfeyah Youth Aliyah Village.

11:25 am – 12:05 pm Plenary: Hadassah Achieves the Dream—Building Global Partnerships Dalia Itzik, Chair of the Hadassah International Israel Board of Trustees and Israel’s first female Speaker of the Knesset will focus on how Hadassah International builds awareness and support for Hadassah’s efforts beyond our Jerusalem hospitals. Moderated by Hadassah International Chair Joyce Rabin.

12:05 – 12:10 pm Give Yourself an Extraordinary Gift: A Hadassah Mission Experiencing a Hadassah mission will be a gift you give yourself. Go to Israel. Learn about our upcoming unique 2017 missions and hear how to win a free land package for one of them. A Hadassah exploration of Israel will introduce you to the unimaginable: culturally diverse people living and working together for the common good of humanity.

12:20 – 1:20 pm Achieving the Dream—Breakout Sessions (You’ll attend 1 of these 7 options. Please indicate your 1st and 2nd choices when you register for Convention.)

• Hadassah at the UN: Playing a Vital Role Learn about the many ways that Hadassah works closely with the United Nations. Nelly Shiloh, UN Israeli Mission Counselor and Human Rights Division Head, leads this dynamic session about Hadassah’s role at the UN, and how by attending UN meetings and briefings in New York, Vienna, and Geneva, we have been able to build coalitions with other organizations, advocate for women’s health and equality, and support the State of Israel. Ruth Cole, UN Team Leader, moderates with Ruth Grossberg, UN Vice Team Leader; and team members Rae Gurewitsch and Judy Padolf.

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• To Be Young, Jewish, Female, and a Leader Hear how young women are tackling the challenges of leadership in new ways, from this panel of women in their 30s and under. These leaders of Hadassah Foundation-supported programs discuss the skills they feel are essential for effective leadership, looking at how their definition of leadership may be different from their older peers. Moderated by Rabbi Ellen Flax, Director of the Hadassah Foundation, presenters include Rachel Glicksman, Alumni Director of Avodah; Noam Green, Rising Voices fellowship at the Jewish Women’s Archive; and Rachel Wasserman, Executive Director, Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta.

• Youth Aliyah: Transforming Children’s Lives A short, inspiring video and an interactive panel discussion focus on our Youth Aliyah project and the serious challenges—poverty, abuse, family dysfunction, learning disabilities—these children face. Experts will discuss the factors that lead a student to one of our villages, the rehabilitation work we do there, and the significant success achieved. Dr. Carol Goodman Kaufman, Youth Aliyah Chair, moderates the session, featuring Dr. Peter Ash, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, and Director of Psychiatry and Law Service at the Emory University School of Medicine; Lauren Stern Kedem, English teacher & Director of Public Relations at Meir Shfeyah Youth Aliyah Village; and Judge Steven Teske, Chief of the Juvenile Court in Atlanta.

• Securing Our Future: Young Judaea Learn how Young Judaea encouraged Judaeans to dream about a Zionist future and how those dreams determined the path of so many lives. Hearing how these women and men made those dreams come true will create a powerful experience for us all.

• Research in Service to Humanity: Powerful Stories. Powerful Breakthroughs. Hear about how tiny Israel is affecting the world through Hadassah Medical Organization’s groundbreaking medical research. HMO is using stem-cell therapies and other cutting-edge technology to give hope to millions of people afflicted with ALS, MS, macular degeneration, melanoma, and diabetes, among others. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about the most recent breakthrough that has captured the attention of the global medical community and discover how Hadassah is advocating for women in research, while raising awareness for Israel’s vast medical contributions. Moderated by Michele Rubin, Chair, Research Campaign.

• Hadassah’s International Global Outreach Hear about the innovative strategies Hadassah International is exploring in its continuing efforts to support the life-saving work of the Hadassah Medical Organization through emerging markets, corporate partners, and international business development. Fredrick J. Safer, President of the National Committee of Hadassah Associates moderates, with presenters: Belle Simon, Vice Chair, Hadassah International; Jorge Diener, Senior Director of International Projects, Hadassah International; and Meir Mark, Director, Hadassah International Israel.

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• Empowering Yourself, Empowering Your Daughters (and Granddaughters too!) Learn how to foster self-confidence in yourself and young women. Through discussion groups we are able to raise awareness about issues that affect young women: body image, self-confidence, sex, relationships, peer pressure. Come learn new ways to talk about these issues and to empower young women to express themselves on subjects that too often remain unnamed and undiscussed.

12:20 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream—Breakout Session • Jewish Perspectives on End-of-Life Care: A Forum on Medical Ethics, Do No Harm The Hadassah Physicians’ Council presents a forum on medical ethics through a Jewish lens, followed by an “Ask the Doc” Q & A. This session—recommended for those with medical backgrounds including physicians, nurses, attorneys, and social workers—will be moderated by Dr. Ann Karty and Dr. Jill Schwartz-Chevlin, Physicians’ Council Co-Chairs, with presenters Dr. Joel Policzer, Past Medical Director of Vitas Hospice; Dr. Paul Wolpe, Director, Center for Ethics, Emory University.

Local (Atlanta) medical professionals are invited to register for the day (One-Day Registration, $150) and hear about Hadassah Medical Organization achievements and other Hadassah updates brought to the Convention floor on Tuesday, July 26.

1:35 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions (Please select 1 of these 6 choices—Please indicate 1st and 2nd choice when you register for Convention) • Hadassah at the UN: Playing a Vital Role on Human Rights Learn about the many ways that Hadassah works closely with the United Nations. Nelly Shiloh, UN Israeli Mission Counselor and Human Rights Division Head, leads this dynamic session about Hadassah’s role at the UN, and how by attending UN meetings and briefings in New York, Vienna, and Geneva, we have been able to build coalitions with other organizations, advocate for women’s health and equality, and support the State of Israel. Ruth Cole, UN Team Leader, moderates with Ruth Grossberg, UN Vice Team Leader; and team members Rae Gurewitsch and Judy Padolf.

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• Securing Our Future: Young Judaea Join us as we learn how Young Judaea encouraged Judaeans to dream about a Zionist future and how those dreams determined the path of so many lives. Hearing how these women and men made those dreams come true will create a powerful experience for us all.

• Research in Service to Humanity: Powerful Stories. Powerful Breakthroughs. Hear about how tiny Israel is affecting the world through Hadassah Medical Organization’s groundbreaking medical research. HMO is using stem-cell therapies and other cutting-edge technology to give hope to millions of people afflicted with ALS, MS, macular degeneration, melanoma, and diabetes, among others. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about the most recent breakthrough that has awed the medical community and discover how Hadassah is advocating for women in research, while raising awareness for Israel’s vast medical contributions. Moderated by Michele Rubin, Chair, Research Campaign.

• The Increasing Power of Women in the Knesset There are 29 women—the largest representation ever—among the 120 members of Knesset. Dalia Itzik, Chair of the Hadassah International Israel Board of Trustees and Israel’s first female Speaker of the Knesset, talks about her unique experiences in Israeli politics, how she was successfully elected to the Knesset six times, and how women are shifting political culture of Israel, and advancing women’s issues in a region where women are often invisible.

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2:45 – 4:15 pm Plenary: Against all Odds—Hadassah Medical Organization Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) has earned a reputation of excellence around the world for its advanced medical expertise and pioneering research. Now, under the new leadership of Director General Zeev Rotstein, HMO is realizing new heights of growth and medical achievements. Hear from Prof. Rotstein; help us honor Past National President Bonnie Lipton for her leadership role in building the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Hospital Tower, a beacon of healing in the Middle East; learn what Hadassah is doing to prevent blindness at every stage of life. Always a bridge to peace, witness how HMO’s unparalleled response to the recent violence in Israel is central to the security and well-being of the country. Special Guests: Liana Alvarez and Karen Lakin who have experienced HMO’s acclaimed trauma care firsthand and Dr. Abed Khalaileh, Senior Surgeon, Department of General Surgery, who treated Richard Lakin, fatally wounded in a terror attack. 4:30 – 5:30 pm Plenary: New Trends in the Jewish Communal World Prominent Jewish leaders discuss the trends in Jewish communities across the US and what they have seen in organizing and taking leadership positions in their communities. They share strategies on potential ways you can engage and embrace a range of opportunities into Jewish organizations. This panel includes two major national leaders in the Jewish community. Invited guest Kathy Manning, former chair of the board of trustees of The Jewish Federations of North America and partner, Manning and Associates and Zoya Raynes, leader on many Jewish and philanthropic boards, including the Jewish Communal Fund and Chairman of the Council of Young Jewish Presidents, and head of marketing and investor relations at Amber Capital. Moderated by Dr. Janice Weinman, HWZOA CEO/Executive Director. 6:30 pm Hadassah, The Power of Women Who Do—Founders Dinner (By invitation only) Experience Hadassah’s most powerful signature event. Our valued donors come together to hear from distinguished speakers—and each other—as we share in the power of giving. All current Founders are welcome. If you’re not a founder, you can pledge to become a new Founder with cumulative gifts of $36,000 or more. Those 45 years old or under, may be gifted or become a Young Founder at $15,000, payable over 5 years. Generations of Founders will be honored. Hosted by Dr. Judith Mann, Founders Chair and Nancy Wiadro, Major Gifts Chair. Couvert: $100 per person Invited guests must pre-register as part of your online Convention registration. For eligibility or questions, please contact Jaime Seltzer, Sr. Major Gifts Officer at [email protected] or 860.559.1547. 8:30 – 9:20 pm Party at the Pulse Dessert & Cocktail Reception Enjoy a Hadassah signature cocktail or a glass of wine and delectable desserts with your new Hadassah friends. Treat yourself to this Hadassah Young Women’s Party at the Pulse before attending #HadassahRocks with Joshua Nelson. Chaired by Hadassah Leadership Fellow Alumna Renee Rosenheck. Dessert & Cocktail Reception: $36 per person Party at the Pulse and #HadassahRocks: $50 per person

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9:30 – 11:00 pm #HadassahRocks Joshua Nelson rocks the house. For those unfamiliar with the Prince of Kosher Gospel, here’s how he’s been described in Hadassah Magazine: “Ray Charles was singing soul music but talking about love. Aretha Franklin turned gospel music into love songs. And Joshua Nelson made gospel kosher. All Nelson was doing when he came up with the fusion was bringing both parts of his heritage—African-American and Jewish—together.” Make sure to register for #HadassahRocks and bring your friends too! #HadassahRocks: $36 per person

Wednesday, July 27, 2016

7:00 - 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga

7:15 - 8:15 AM Networking for Fundraising: Brainstorming Breakfast Network with your colleagues from across the country. Bring your fundraising questions and ideas for Grassroots, Annual Giving, Planned Giving, and Associates. Bring your breakfast which you can pick up in the Hadassah Chai-Lights area.

7:30 - 8:00 am Shacharit Morning Service

8:30 - 10:00 am Plenary: Women Achieving the Dream—Honoring Women Who Do Hadassah, The Power of Women Who Do, honors outstanding women in the medical, legal and corporate fields: Dr. Anne Schuchat, Deputy Director, CDC; Anita Goldberg Zucker, CEO, Intertech; and Marissa Shorenstein, President, AT&T, NY. Each leader talks about her plans, sacrifices, role models, and philanthropy. This session will be moderated by Judge Ellen Steinberg.

10:20 - 11:00 am Plenary: Israeli Security Meets Modern Tech—The Iron Dome The Iron Dome is a feat of technology and security. Hear from the founder of the company that created the Iron Dome—the heart of Israel’s short-range missile defense system—as well as its other missile defense systems, including David’s Sling and the Arrow. Presenter: Natan Barak, CEO and Co-Founder mPrest, the software company behind the Iron Dome.

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11:05 am -12:00 pm Plenary: Advocating for Gender Equity in Medicine Join us for a plenary highlighting Gender Equity in Medical Research (GEM)—Hadassah’s #1 domestic advocacy priority—and all the latest updates about our new Coalition for Women’s Health Equity, which includes 15 of the nation’s most influential women’s and health organizations. Dr. Nanette Wenger, a long-time Hadassah Life Member, will be honored for her pioneering work in women’s cardiovascular research. Dr. Wenger, Phyllis Greenberger, CEO of the Society for Women’s Health Research, and a physician from the American Heart Association will explore GEM from the perspectives of medicine, advocacy, research and women’s rights. 12:20 - 1:20 pm Achieving the Dream—Breakout Sessions (Select 1 out of 6 choices—Please indicate your 1st and 2nd choices when you register for Convention) • Breast Strokes: A Local Initiative Doing something unexpected and innovative can help Hadassah stand out and attract new audiences in your community. The Greater Atlanta chapter did it with Breast Strokes, finding the perfect honorees and honorary chair, landing a sellout crowd during a “spectacular and phenomenal” event attendees called “beyond fabulous.” Take Atlanta’s lead and learn how you can create a local Breast Strokes event that’s just right for your own community. Invited speakers: Annie Kohut, Co-Chair, Breast Strokes 2016—Hadassah Bares All for A.R.T. (Awareness, Research and Treatment), moderates, with Breast Strokes 2016 presenters Sue Rothstein, Co-Chair, Honorees Maxx Schube, Rochelle Schube and Alana Schube (all tested positive for BRCA1 gene mutation), and Diane Z. Alexander, MD, FACS, Honorary Chair. • Curriculum Watch: Fact, Fiction, Innuendo or Bias? Join Dr. Sandra Alfonsi, Curriculum Watch Team Leader, for this educational opportunity. When a textbook contains maps of the Middle East but Israel is missing, when history books include World War II but don’t mention the Holocaust, Curriculum Watch begins the sometimes arduous process of dealing with state departments of education, school systems, publishing houses, and communities to remedy the situation. Dr. Alfonsi works with a distinguished advisory board of 18 professors, historians and attorneys. Learn to spot inaccuracies in text books and how you can join the team to mobilize others. Moderated by Rita Shapiro, American Affairs Team Leader and Zandra Goldberg, American Affairs Team, PRAZE Division. • Israeli Security: From Airspace to Cyberspace Modern-day security requires an integrated approach that connects the dots across disparate systems. Natan Barak, CEO and founder of the company behind Israel’s Iron Dome, talks about how his company, mPrest, relies on a special command and control capability to synch these systems to work in concert. He’ll talk about why this capacity is essential for the future of the connected ecosystem emerging through the rapid growth of Internet of Things. • Strong Jewish Women: Jewish Texts about Leadership What does the Jewish tradition teach us about what it takes to be a leader? Hadassah Foundation Director Rabbi Ellen Flax talks about strong women in traditional Jewish texts. What makes a good leader and how can these biblical lessons apply to our contemporary challenges. All are welcome; prior knowledge of Jewish texts or Hebrew is not required.

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• A Call to Action: #EndHumanTrafficking One in three women worldwide will experience a form of physical or sexual violence at some point in her lifetime. Atlanta has one of the highest incidences of sex trafficking in the US. Hear from local and national experts to understand this epidemic and how you can help combat trafficking in your communities. • Membership Focus Group Spend one hour with like-minded women and discuss opportunities that resonate with you and the greater community and ways for personal engagement in Hadassah. Participants will be selected based on geography and other demographics. Space is limited, ages 30-50 preferred. • Be Bold: Increase Your Hadassah Impact Ways to bring the Convention message home! Want to make a big impact for Hadassah? We will help you create inspirational presentations and use social media for Hadassah and non-Hadassah audiences. You will learn how to share what you have seen and learned at Convention. Make a difference with Hadassah– in your chapter, in your community, in the world. Presenters: Carol Rosenthal, National Vice President & Karen Everett,National Chair, Marketing and Communications.

1:35 - 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream—Breakout Sessions (Attendees will select 1 out of 5 choices – Please indicate 1st and 2nd choices when you register for Convention) • Breast Strokes: A Local Initiative Doing something unexpected and innovative can help Hadassah stand out and attract new audiences in your community. The Greater Atlanta chapter did it with Breast Strokes, finding the perfect honorees and honorary chair, landing a sellout crowd during a “spectacular and phenomenal” event attendees called “beyond fabulous.” Follow Atlanta’s lead and learn about this impactful initiatve. Invited speakers: Annie Kohut, Co-Chair, Breast Strokes 2016— Hadassah Bares All for A.R.T. (Awareness, Research and Treatment), moderates, with Breast Strokes 2016 presenters Sue Rothstein, Co-Chair, Honorees Maxx Schube, Rochelle Schube and Alana Schube (all tested positive for BRCA1 gene mutation), and Diane Z. Alexander, MD, FACS, Honorary Chair. • Curriculum Watch: Fact, Fiction, Innuendo or Bias? Join Dr. Sandra Alfonsi, Curriculum Watch Team Leader, for this educational opportunity. When a textbook contains maps of the Middle East but Israel is missing, when history books include World War II but don’t mention the Holocaust, Curriculum Watch begins the sometimes arduous process of dealing with state departments of education, school systems, publishing houses, and communities to remedy the situation. Dr. Alfonsi works with a distinguished advisory board of 18 professors, historians and attorneys. Learn to spot inaccuracies in text books and how you can join the team to mobilize others. Moderated by Rita Shapiro, American Affairs Team Leader and Zandra Goldberg, American Affairs Team, PRAZE Division. • Israeli Security: From Airspace to Cyberspace Modern-day security requires an integrated approach that connects the dots across disparate systems. Natan Barak, CEO and founder of the company behind Israel’s Iron Dome, talks about how his company, mPrest, relies on a special command and control capability to synch these systems to work in concert. He’ll talk about why this capacity is essential for the future of the connected ecosystem emerging through the rapid growth of Internet of Things. HADASSAH 98TH NATIONAL CONVENTION | 17 convention PROGRAM

• Strong Jewish Women: Jewish Texts about Women’s Leadership What does the Jewish tradition teach us about what it takes to be a leader? Hadassah Foundation Director Rabbi Ellen Flax talks about strong women in traditional Jewish texts. What makes a good leader and how can these biblical lessons apply to our contemporary challenges. All are welcome; prior knowledge of Jewish texts or Hebrew is not required. • A Call to Action: #EndHumanTrafficking One in three women worldwide will experience a form of physical or sexual violence at some point in her lifetime. Atlanta, unfortunately, has one of the highest incidences of sex trafficking in the US. Hear from local and national experts to understand this epidemic and how you can help combat trafficking in your communities. • Be Bold: Increase Your Hadassah Impact Ways to bring the Convention message home! Want to make a big impact for Hadassah? We will help you create inspirational presentations and use social media for Hadassah and non-Hadassah audiences. You will learn how to share what you have seen and learned at Convention. Make a difference with Hadassah– in your chapter, in your community, in the world. Presenters: Carol Rosenthal, National Vice President & Karen Everett,National Chair, Marketing and Communications.

2:45 - 4:00 pm Plenary: What Exactly Does Zionism Mean to You? Join us for a live Defining Zionism in the 21st Century discussion where we will explore different perspectives on Zionism with a panel of distinguished guests, including Caroline Glick, Deputy Managing Editor of the Jerusalem Post. You won’t want to miss this lively conversation, committed to mutual respect. Q&A to follow.

4:15 - 5:30 pm Plenary: Like Mother, Like Daughter—Authors Letty Cottin Pogrebin & Abigail Pogrebin L’Dor V’Dor. A wonderful celebration of mothers and daughters (and granddaughters, aunts, sisters too!) Hadassah attendees, representing all generations, will join for an unforgettable and often humorous presentation by the mother-daughter team of Letty Cottin Pogrebin and Abigail Pogrebin. The authors latest books will be available for purchase and signing—Single Jewish Male Seeking Soul Mate by Letty Cottin Pogrebin; Stars of David by Abigail Pogrebin.

6:30 - 7:15 pm Keepers of the Gate Cocktail Reception Mix and mingle with Keepers of the Gate from all over the country during a cocktail hour before the Gala Banquet, knowing that it’s Hadassah’s donors and supporters who power our dreams! Pre-registration required. Couvert: $36 per person, includes wine and hors d’oeuvres. Hosted by Debbie Friedman, National Annual Giving Chair; Dana Waxler, National Keepers of the Gate Chair; featuring Barbara “BG” Goldstein, Deputy Director, Hadassah Office in Israel.

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6:30 - 7:30 pm Physicians’ Council Cocktail Reception Mix and mingle with physicians from all over the country during this cocktail hour. Pre-registration required. Couvert: $36 per person, includes wine and hors d’oeuvres. 7:30 pm Gala Banquet and Presentation of the 2016 Henrietta Szold Award At this year’s Gala Banquet, celebrate Hadassah’s latest achievements. We will honor the 2016 Henrietta Szold Award winner, Malcom Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations. We will be entertained by Julie Silver, one of the most celebrated and beloved performers in the world of contemporary Jewish music today.

Thursday, July 28, 2016—Taking it Home 7:00 - 7:45 am Shal-omm Yoga 7:30 - 8:30 am Shacharit Morning Service 9:00 - 10:30 am The Power of Hands-on Training (Attendees will select 1 out of 12 choices. Please indicate 1st and 2nd choice when you register for Convention.) • Learn to Combat BDS. Don’t Be Silent. Take Action. Noam Gilboord, Director of Israel and International Affairs at the Jewish Community Relations Council of New York, gives hands-on training to combat the spreading Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement that seeks to delegitimize the State of Israel. This interactive session encourages people who feel otherwise helpless as they continue to encounter the growing BDS campaign. During this session, you’ll learn how to fully utilize Hadassah’s How to Talk About Israel guide, social media, how to run trainings in your own community, and turn this into member engagement, fundraising, advocacy, and social media success. • The Power of Women Who Advocate: Day in the District Training Make your voice heard! Learn from the National Advocacy Team and Day in the District Coordinators from around the country about how to lead an advocacy campaign in your community. In this collaborative session, you’ll take away tips and share strategies to organize local meetings with federal legislators, build advocacy partnerships, and mobilize your members. • Walking Together: Bringing Every Step Counts Home We know Every Step Counts: Hadassah’s Walking Program is a great tool to get fit and improve your health, but how do you use it to engage members and donors? Step on over to this training session to learn about the power of walking groups and fitness programs to create new friendships and coalitions, inspire potential leaders and donors, and spread Hadassah’s message in your area. Share what’s worked in your area, including collaborations, learn from others, and brainstorm together. HADASSAH 98TH NATIONAL CONVENTION | 19 convention PROGRAM

• The Power of Your Voice Calling all unit leaders! Learn how to use your voice to share your Hadassah passion. During this workshop, participants will engage in specific exercises to help articulate your Hadassah passion to effectively lead, engage and outreach to current and potential members. (Open to all unit leadership and portfolio holders.) Led by Hadassah’s National Presidential Development Co-Chairs, Ann Eisenberg and Diane Taub.

• The Power to Grow Membership Looking to attract, expend, and engage your membership? National leaders will share strategies on how to target specific demographic groups, involve your local community, and achieve success. Participants will have an opportunity to network and share ideas with other Membership VPs/Chairs, Unit Leaders, and Portfolio holders, and will leave the training with suggestions for a personalized action plan that they can incorporate into current or planned outreach/engagement activities. Led by Laurie Weitz, National Membership Chair

• Research in Service to Humanity: Realizing the Potential of Connecting with Donors Explore how Hadassah’s multifaceted new campaign, Research in Service to Humanity, can energize your community and engage donors to help you reach your fundraising, advocacy, and membership goals. This hands-on, interactive session will offer you tools to become a spokesperson for Hadassah Medical Organization’s extraordinary medical research. You will have the opportunity to exchange ideas with women from around the country and to create a road map for exciting events for your units. Hosted by Rochelle Edelman, Development Division Training Chair; Debbie Friedman, National Annual Giving Chair; Haren Haber, Grassroots Fundraising Chair.

• Social Media Interactive Bootcamp Whether it’s Facebook or Twitter, the really important conversations are happening online – including National Hadassah’s. Are you new to social media and need a crash course? Or are you already a social media maven and posting regularly on Facebook and Twitter? After an overview of what we’ve found works best on social media, we’ll break into two groups Social Media 101 and Advanced Social Media. Using images, memes and hashtags to push out the Hadassah brand for maximum impact, we will develop posts that grab attention and invite conversation. Join our team of Hadassah leaders and members who are helping us grow the Hadassah brand online. Smart phone or tablet with 3G or 4G connection required; basic understanding of social media helpful, but not mandatory. Bootcamp will include breakout groups on two levels, 101 for beginners and Advanced for those already engaged in online social networks.

• Public Relations Bootcamp In this practical, hands-on interactive session, you’ll learn how to publicize and promote Hadassah’s key initiatives for your region. — How-to steps for crafting your calendar listings and news releases — Key tips about how the media determines what is newsworthy — Tips on how to use the media’s national disease awareness calendar for more effective PR outreach — How to utilize Hadassah branding language and organization messaging so that we all speak with one voice in the language of the Hadassah brand;

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— Hadassah staff and volunteer leaders will share their PR success stories and planning strategies in this session led by Renee Young, Hadassah National Public Relations manager. Takeaways include sample press materials and a deeper understanding of how to better connect with the media to promote Hadassah. • Ask the Treasurer Roni Schwartz, Hadassah National Treasurer, provides an overview of essentials that every Unit Treasurer and President should know, from basic responsibilities to banking and recording, and how to fill out essential forms. • Share the Enthusiasm. Share the Stories. Barbara “BG” Goldstein and Barbara Sofer share inspirational experiences and human stories to help you bring the power from the National Convention back home— and motivate others to further the mission of Hadassah. 2016 National Convention attendees will return to their units energized and ready to be an effective Hadassah ambassador! • The Power of Young Judaea Find out what is new and exciting in Young Judaea and how to share the power of our future, through the youth of Young Judaea. Our fundraisers will share how to talk about YJ so that your members will want to participate in our scholarship and innovative programs. Presenters: Natalie Silverman, Chair of Young Judaea Major Gifts, Lynn Davidson, Chair of YJ Grassroots Fundraising. Moderator: Barbara Spack, Young Judaea Chair • The Power of Achieving Work-Life Balance A panel discussion to help members with achieving a work-life balance. Attendees will walk away feeling inspired to fulfill their work and family responsibilities, while still leaving time for philanthropic work activities. A panel discussion with invited panelist Speaker Tricia Molloy, an acclaimed corporate leadership speaker. Ms. Molloy is an expert on developing a positive mindset to reduce stress, improve work-life balance and achieve goals. She specializes in empowering emerging women leaders. Katie Gordon, Hadassah Super South Hub PR & Marketing Associate and Shira Grossman a former corporate attorney, looking to return to the work-force. The panel will be moderated by Deborah G. Shendelman, Hadassah National Portfolio Council and member of the National Hadassah Honorary Council. Tricia Molloy’s book, Working with Wisdom: 10 Universal Principles for Enlightened Entrepreneurs, will be available for purchase and signing in the Hadassah Chai-Lights area following this training session.

10:45 - 11:45 am Closing Plenary & Awards Ceremony We have achieved The Power of Our Dreams at the 98th Hadassah National Convention! Together, we have connected with like-minded women, learned new leadership skills and celebrated with Hadassah women who DO. We will celebrate our accomplishments as our Units will be honored for their Membership, Programming, and Development achievements and Congratulate the winners of the National Awards: June Walker Advocacy in Action Award, Day in the District Awards, Hannah L. Goldberg Award, and so much more. Our goal for the National Convention Community Service/Mitzvah Project, Pencil Power, is to collect 10,000 new pencils

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for disadvantaged youth. We will be presenting our boxes of new pencils to the Program Director of Kids in Need during the Closing Ceremony. A Hadassah Hatikvah like you have never experienced before will close #HadassahConv2016.

1:30 - 4:30 pm Nurses Council CEUs—Emory Campus Tour of CDC The Power of Women Who Heal: Leadership in Healthcare is a Nurses Continuing Education Program* presented by Hadassah’s National Center for Nurses Councils and the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Emory University. Topics include New and Expanded Opportunities for Nurses in the 21st Century; Jewish Genetic Testing: Impacting the Health of Future Generations; Positive Changes in Midwifery and Midwifery Education; and Rural Healthcare. A tour of the CDC Museum follows the sessions. • Tour of Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Museum Separate Couvert to attend this event: $18 (includes certificate of attendance for 3.5 CEU’s)

*Pending approval for 3.5 CEU’s from the Hadassah National Center for Nurses Councils, a provider approved by the Florida Board of Nursing, Provider #50-8603. • Pre- and Post-Convention Tour Opportunities In and Around Atlanta Attendees can purchase tickets through below links. Hadassah is not organizing the tours, just providing the information.

Tour of Jewish Atlanta: www.thebreman.org/Events/2016-Historic-Jewish-Atlanta-Tours List of Atlanta Sights: www.atlanta.net/50fun/ List of 50 Best Atlanta Restaurants: www.atlantamagazine.com/50bestrestaurants/ List of Activities to Do in Downtown Atlanta: www.downtownatlanta.com/attractions/ Within Walking Distance of Hotel: www.marriott.com/hotels/local-things-to-do/atlmq-atlanta-marriott-marquis/ The Best Golf Courses of Atlanta—PGA: www.pga.com/golf-courses/quick-nine/best-public-golf-courses-in-atlanta-area

Post Convention Tour: Hadassah Florida Atlantic is offering a Post-Convention trip to Camp Judaea in Hendersonville, NC. Arrangements are made for a bus or van to transport participants to camp. Shuttle will leave on Thursday, July 28th between 1-2 p.m. and arrive at camp by 5:30 p.m. The evening includes dinner with the campers, tour of the camp and Yom Hadassah. Overnight accommodations will be provided by Holiday Inn Express. Transportation will return to Atlanta airport on Friday in time for airline arrangements before Shabbat. Cost is $125 per person, which includes hotel and transportation. Please contact Hadassah Florida Atlantic to register at 561-498-1012 or via email at [email protected]

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Hadassah Convention Location Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel 265 Peachtree Center Avenue Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Tel: 404.521.0000 Reservations: 866.469.5475 marriott.com/hotels/travel/atlmq-atlanta-marriott-marquis/

98th Hadassah National Convention Registration To register for the Convention, go to hadassah.org/convention or complete the enclosed registration form. You will receive an electronic/written confirmation.

Convention package registration fees: The Convention registration fees include attendance at all plenaries, breakout and training sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; the Gala Opening Reception on Monday evening; The National Business Meeting (open to delegates only); breakfast on Tuesday and Wednesday; lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday; and the Banquet on Wednesday evening.

Early Bird Registration: $575/person Any Hadassah members or Associates who register for Convention by May 31, 2016 (12:00 am ET) can register at the discounted rate. Family Duo Early Bird Registration: 2 for $1,000 Hadassah encourages multi-generational families to attend the 98th National Convention. We have created a special price for two members in an immediate family to attend at a special price. In order to participate in the Duo Early Bird Registration Rate, two members in an immediate family must be Sisters/Spouses/Mother and Daughter/Grandparent and Grandchild. The duo must register together and both must be Hadassah members and/or Associates. Registration must be received by May 31, 2016 (12:00 am ET). Gifted Members Registration: $500/person Members who were gifted Hadassah membership during 2015 may attend the Hadassah National Convention at this reduced rate as long as they register by May 31, 2016 (12:00 am ET). Gifted membership will be confirmed by the Member & Unit Services Division of Hadassah. Regular Registration: $625/person Hadassah members or Associates who register for Convention on or after June 1, 2016 will register at the regular registration rate. Day Package: $150/person These participants may attend the plenaries and breakout sessions for one day only. No meals are included. (Day Package does not include Banquet, National Business Meeting, registration bag, or program guide.)

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National Business Meeting—No charge (open to delegates only) All elected delegates are welcome to attend the National Business Meeting of the convention without registering for any other events. Pre-registration is required online or by completing the enclosed registration form. There may be additional charges for Optional Programming offered during Convention, for which separate registration may be required.

Registration forms postmarked after Friday, July 15, 2016 will be charged $675.00, which includes a $50 late registration fee.

Registration online is available at Hadassah’s website: hadassah.org/convention

Registration forms received after July 15, 2016 will be processed on site and you will not be pre-registered. Space in remaining sessions cannot be guaranteed and will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

Send all completed forms to: Technical Registration Experts Hadassah Convention 2016 303 West State Street Geneva, IL 60134 Toll Free Number: 877.309.1565 Direct Number: 630.262.1599 Fax: 630.262.1520 Web Address: hadassah.org/convention

Registration Desks Located on the Atrium Level in the hotel and open during the following hours: Monday, July 25 from 1:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday, July 26 from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm Wednesday, July 27 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm and 5:00 to 8:00 pm

Cancellations/Refunds Cancellations for Hadassah’s 2016 National Convention must be submitted in writing to Technical Registration Experts at the above address no later than Friday, July 15, 2016. Refunds for cancellations prior to July 15, 2016 are subject to a $50 administration fee. Cancellations received AFTER Friday, July 15, 2016 will NOT be refunded.

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Hotel Reservations To make your hotel reservations online, please go to https://aws.passkey.com/g/54045296 To make hotel reservations by phone, please contact Marriott Reservations at 866.469.5475 and mention you are with the Hadassah 2016 National Convention. Hadassah has negotiated a special room rate of $176.00 per single/double room per night plus applicable taxes. Any additional guests are $20.00 per person plus applicable taxes.

The deadline for hotel reservations is July 1, 2016. Reservations received after July 1 are subject to availability. Reservations must be accompanied by a first night’s deposit via credit card or check. Reservations cancelled less than 72 hours prior to arrival will not be refunded.

Check-In/Check-Out Check-in time at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is 4:00 pm. If rooms are available before that time, you will be accommodated. If a room is not available, you may leave your luggage with the bell stand and retrieve it later when your room is ready.

Check-out time is 12:00 pm. At 12:00 pm on the day of your departure, your room key will automatically be deactivated and you will no longer be able to access your room with the key. If you plan to depart the hotel after 12:00 pm, you may check out and store your luggage with the bell stand and retrieve it prior to your departure.

Ground Transportation to Hotel Located in Atlanta, GA, the Atlanta Marriott Marquis is approximately 12 miles from Hartsfield- Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Taxi service is available from ATL to the hotel. The approximate cost for service, not including tolls or tips, to the hotel is $32.00. MARTA Service (subway located inside ATL airport) is $2.50/each way plus $2.00 onetime fee for the MARTA card.

Parking at the Marriott Marquis You must inform the hotel that you are with the Hadassah National Convention in order to get the $20/day discounted hotel parking rate.

Meal/Banquet Tickets Meal tickets must be presented for all meals. If you have not pre-purchased meal tickets as part of your advanced registration, you may purchase tickets on site depending on availability, in the Hadassah registration area on the Atrium Level of the hotel until 6:00 pm on Sunday, July 24, 2016. If purchased separately, a ticket to attend the Banquet is $135.

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Banquet Seating Seating for the Banquet will be arranged by Regions. Diagrams of the room will be posted at Convention that will indicate the location of your Region tables.

Kosher Food All food served at official 2016 Hadassah Convention events is kosher, prepared under the supervision of the Atlanta Kashruth Commission (AKC).

Special Meals Due to Health Issues If you need a special meal due to health issues, you must submit your request in advance on page 1 of the registration form. Feel free to attach detailed information if you cannot fit your requirements on the space provided on this form. We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

Restaurants A list of local kosher restaurants will be included in your Convention program guide distributed when you pick up your registration materials at Convention. There are some restaurants located within the hotel and in the surrounding area.

Hotel Accessibility All Convention programming takes place at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis Hotel, unless otherwise noted. The hotel is designed to best accommodate the meeting space and sleeping rooms.

Handicapped facilities and accommodations are available at the hotel. When making your hotel reservation, be sure to request what you need.

Medical Facilities There are several medical facilities near the hotel. Listed below are four of the closest options. Call in advance for information, hours or services.

Grady Memorial Hospital 80 Jesse Hill Jr Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30303 404.616.1000

Emory University Hospital Midtown 65 Peachtree Center Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30303 404.686.4411

Atlanta VA Medical Center 1670 Clairmont Road, Decatur, GA 30033 404.321.6111

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Hughes Spalding, 35 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive SE, Atlanta, GA 30303 404.785.KIDS (5437)

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Climate and Clothing The temperature in Atlanta in July averages around 89º F, but warmer temperatures are always possible. Meeting room temperatures vary, and could be very cool. We recommend bringing a sweater or jacket with you.

Selling of Merchandise The sale of merchandise (including Hadassah merchandise) by Regions, Chapters, Groups and/ or individuals is not permitted in any of the hotel’s common/public space or in any Hadassah function space. We appreciate your cooperation.

Hadassah Boutique The sale of merchandise in the Hadassah Boutique shall not be deemed or interpreted to be an endorsement or approval by Hadassah of the vendors and/or merchandise being sold in the boutique. Please note the purchases made at the Boutique are not tax-deductible as a charitable contribution since goods and/or services are being received for the transaction.

Security Issues Badges Are Essential Due to heightened security requirements, identification badges must be worn at all times. No one will be admitted to any Convention session, including plenaries, breakouts, meals, etc., without a Hadassah Convention identification badge. Photo Identification You must bring a photo I.D. to receive your Convention registration credentials and materials. Searches Attendees are prohibited from bringing any dangerous or potentially dangerous items to Convention, including, but not limited to, knives, guns, fireworks, smoke bombs, explosives or any flammable/hazardous materials.

Hadassah reserves the right to search, or have searched by a third party, individual Convention attendees as well as any handbags, luggage, briefcases, packages or other personal items they may be carrying upon their entrance to the Convention area and at any other time throughout the Convention.

Hadassah shall have the right, in its sole discretion, to dismiss or bar entry to any Convention attendee found in violation of this policy without any refund of fees or expenses.

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Speakers’ Viewpoints The views expressed by any speakers at this Convention who are not official Hadassah representatives are solely the personal views of such speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America.

Photographs/Videotaping All Convention events and workshops will be photographed and/or videotaped. It is possible that Hadassah may use your name, voice, photograph, image, likeness, utterances and/or statements in any and all media, including but not limited to printed materials and the Internet, for promotional, fundraising and/or other purposes. Your attendance at Convention indicates that (i) Hadassah has the right to photograph, film, videotape, audiotape and/or otherwise record, by any and all methods now or hereafter known, your image, voice and/or likeness and to use your name, voice and/ or any photograph, image, or likeness in which you may appear or any utterance or statements you may make, or any portion thereof, and that (ii) any such photograph, image, likeness, utterances and/ or statements shall be Hadassah’s sole and exclusive property and that (iii) you release Hadassah from any and all claims arising out of such use.

#HadassahConv2016 Community Service Mitzvah Project Pencil Power! Helping Youth-at-Risk in Atlanta Calling all Convention attendees! Please bring boxes of new pencils to donate for children who utilize the services of Kids in Need at the Atlanta Food Bank. This program is based on the belief that every child deserves the tools they need for academic achievement. Parents who struggle to put food on the table may also be challenged to provide their children with essential school supplies. Every year, Kids in Need is proud to distribute hundreds of thousands of pounds of brand-new school supplies to teachers in low-income schools in the Atlanta area.

Help us meet our goal of 10,000 new pencils for Kids in Need. Bring new boxes of pencils to Atlanta—any color or design—to help children achieve academic success. http://acfb.org/about/our-programs/kids-need. Co-chairs Ruthanne Warnick and Lee Kansas

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98th National Convention Registration Form 1. Please write legibly, complete and return all pages of the registration form. 2. Remember to include payment information. 3. Sign the bottom of page 37 if using a credit card. Failure to do so will result in delayed registration and possibly a missed opportunity for Early Bird discounts. 4. Incomplete forms cannot be processed. 5. ALL pages of the registration form must be postmarked by May 31, 2016 to take advantage of the Early Bird Specials. Forms postmarked or received online after May 31, 2016 will not be eligible for the discounts. 6. Registration forms received after July 15, 2016 will incur a $50 late fee. 7. Complete ONE form per person; make copies of the form if needed. Please Note: You may immediately send this form to Technical Registration Experts. You DO NOT need to submit your form with others from your Region/Big Chapter. To register online hadassah.org/hadassah-the-power-of-our-dreams.html Return your completed registration form with payment to: Technical Registration Experts Hadassah Convention 2016 303 West State Street Geneva, IL 60134

Toll Free Number: 877.309.1565 Direct Number: 630.262.1599 Fax: 630.262.1520

Space is limited! Registration will close immediately upon reaching capacity.

Cancellations Cancellations must be submitted in writing to Technical Registration Experts no later than Friday, July 15, 2016 and are subject to a $50 administration fee. Any cancellations received after Friday, July 15, 2016 will not receive a refund.

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CONTACT INFORMATION (please fill in all fields)

MEMBERSHIP ID NUMBER (Please see the address label on your latest issue of Hadassah Magazine for six digit #) (Required Field)

REGION/CHAPTER (Required field except for National Members) CHAPTER (Required Field except for National Members)

NAME AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR ON YOUR BADGE DATE OF BIRTH (mm/dd/yy)

HOME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE

HOME TELEPHONE WORK TELEPHONE MOBILE PHONE

FAX NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS (Required Field)

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME (required field) TELEPHONE NUMBER (required field)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/NEEDS (including dietary restrictions due to allergies or health concerns)

WHO ARE YOU COMING WITH (i.e. daughter, sibling, and/or spouse/partner for seating purposes.)

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HADASSAH REGISTRATION CATEGORY (check ONE that applies)

National Board Member**** National Portfolio Council Member*** Delegate**

National Member* (not affiliated with a local unit) Associate Guest

**** National Board members include elected National Officers, Past National Presidents who don’t hold a portfolio, and elected National Board members. National Board members are automatic delegates and do not need to separately check the delegate box. *** National Portfolio Council members are automatic delegates and do not need to separately check the delegate box. ** To be a delegate, you must be duly elected as a delegate by your Chapter. In addition, if you are a member of the Honorary Council or a Vice President of a Region, please check the delegate box. * National Hadassah permits National Members to serve as delegates to the National Business Meeting in proportion to their membership as determined by the National Board. If you are interested in applying for delegate status (so that you can be eligible to attend the National Business Meeting), please contact the National Secretary’s Office at Hadassah House in New York City: 212.303.8185.

PROFILE INFORMATION (please check all that apply) I have been a member of Hadassah for: 0-5 yrs. 6-10 yrs. 11-20 yrs. 21-30 yrs. 31-40 yrs. 41+yrs. I am: a Life Member an Annual Member an Associate a Guest Donor Giving Level:

Guardian Donor ($250,000+) Society of Major Donors ($120,000 to $249,999) Circle of Founders ($72,000 to $119,999) Founder ($36,000 to $71,999) Young Founder, under the age of 46 ($15,000 to $17,999) Benefactor ($18,000 to $35,999) Golden Keeper of the Gate ($5,000+ annually) Keeper of the Gate ($1,000 to$4,999 annually) Silver Chai Society ($360 annually) Chai Society ($180 annually)

*If you indicated that you are a Keeper of the Gate, are you a Young Keeper of the Gate ($500 first year, $750 second year and $1,000 third year; 45 yrs. or under)? Yes No

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PLEASE CHECK ALL THAT APPLY ON THIS PAGE In an effort to identify our diverse membership, we would like to know if you are a/an: Attorney Nurse Physician Social Worker Educator Artist (performing or fine arts) Finance/Business person Other ______Were you or any member of your family a Young Judaean? Yes No Name(s): ______I am a first-time Convention attendee: Yes No I am a new member of Hadassah (within the last 12 months): Yes No I am a Region officer: Yes No Position: ______I am a Chapter/Group officer: Yes No Position: ______I am an HLA alumnae: Yes No I am a present HLF or an HLF alumnae Yes No I was a NYLAC representative Yes No I was a YW/YL Mission participant Yes No I heard about the 2016 Convention from: Friend/Relative Meeting Bulletin Email Mailing Hadassah Magazine hadassah.org Social Media (Facebook, Twitter) Other ______I received a subvention or scholarship to attend the 2016 Convention: Yes No If yes, from: National Hadassah, Department name: ______my Region my Chapter my Group

The subvention covers: Registration Hotel Accommodations Other ______

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SESSION REGISTRATION Monday, July 25, 2016 ___ 1:30 – 2:30 pm First Timers & Gifted Members Welcome Reception with Past National Presidents (free) ___ 2:30 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Alumnae Reception Hadassah Leadership Fellows Alumnae, NYLAC Representatives, YWYL Mission Participants, or HLA Grads (free) ___ 3:00 – 4:00 pm Hadassah Young Women’s Welcome Reception Those attendees who are 45 or under are invited to this special welcome reception with the Member & Unit Services Division and Past National President Marlene Post (free).

Tuesday, July 26, 2016 For details on the sessions, refer to page 9.

Indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice. Do not use check marks or “X” in the boxes. Due to space limitations, we will process registration forms on a first-come, first-served basis.

12:20 – 1:20 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions (Indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice out of 7) ___ Hadassah at the UN: Playing a Vital Role ___ To Be Young, Jewish, Female, and a Leader! ___ Youth Aliyah Challenge: Transforming Children’s Lives ___ Securing Our Future: Young Judaea ___ Research in Service to Humanity: Powerful Stories. Powerful Breakthroughs. ___ Hadassah’s International Global Outreach ___ Empowering Yourself, Empowering Your Daughters (and Granddaughters, too!)

12:20 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Session ___ Jewish Perspectives of End-of-Life Care: A Forum on Medical Ethics, Do No Harm

1:35 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions (indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice out of 7) ___ Hadassah at the UN: Playing a Vital Role ___ To Be Young, Jewish, Female, and a Leader! ___ Youth Aliyah Challenge: Transforming Children’s Lives ___ Securing Our Future: Young Judaea

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___ Research in Service to Humanity: Powerful Stories. Powerful Breakthroughs. ___ The Increasing Power of Women in the Knesset ___ Empowering Yourself, Empowering Your Daughters (and Granddaughters, too!)

Receptions/Optional Programming: For details on Tuesday evening special events, receptions, and optional programming refer to pages 14.

___ 6:30 pm The Founders Dinner** (couvert $100/person)

___ 8:30 – 9:20 pm Party at the Pulse Dessert & Cocktail Reception** Price to attend Dessert & Cocktail Reception $36/person Price to attend Dessert & Cocktail Reception and #HadassahRocks $50/person ___ 9:30 – 11:00 pm #HadassahRocks** ($36) **There is an additional charge for this session, please be sure to include payment and indicate your participation in this session under the Convention Optional Events section of this registration form.

Wednesday, July 27, 2016 For details on the sessions, refer to page 15.

Indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice. Do not use check marks or “X” in the boxes. Due to space limitations, we will process registration forms on a first-come, first-served basis.

7:15 – 8:15 am Brainstorming Breakfast ___ Networking for Fundraising

12:20 – 1:20 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions (choose 1 out of 6—indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice) ___ Breast Strokes: A Local Initiative ___ Curriculum Watch: Fact, Fiction, Innuendo or Bias? ___ Israeli Security: From Airspace to Cyberspace ___ Strong Jewish Women: Jewish Texts about Leadership ___ A Call to Action: #EndHumanTrafficking ___ Membership Focus Group ___ Be Bold: Increase Your Hadassah Impact

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1:35 – 2:35 pm Achieving the Dream Breakout Sessions (choose 1 out of 5—indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice) ___ Breast Strokes: A Local Initiative ___ Curriculum Watch: Fact, Fiction, Innuendo or Bias? ___ Israeli Security: From Airspace to Cyberspace ___ Strong Jewish Women: Jewish Texts about Leadership ___ A Call to Action: #EndHumanTrafficking ___ Be Bold: Increase Your Hadassah Impact

Thursday, July 28, 2016 For details on the sessions, refer to page 19.

Indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice. Do not use check marks or “X” in the boxes. Due to space limitations, we will process registration forms on a first-come, first-served basis.

9:00 – 10:30 am The Power of Hands-on Training Sessions (indicate in order of preference 1st and 2nd choice out of 12) ___ Learn to Combat BDS. Don’t Be Silent. Take Action. ___ The Power of Women Who Advocate: Day in the District Training ___ Walking Together: Bringing Every Step Counts Home ___ The Power of Your Voice ___ The Power to Grow Membership ___ Research in Service to Humanity: Realizing the Potential of Connecting with Donors ___ Social Media Interactive Bootcamp ___ Public Relations Bootcamp ___ Ask the Treasurer ___ Share the Enthusiasm. Share the Stories. ___ The Power of Young Judaea ___ The Power of Achieving Work-Life Balance

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REGISTRATION FEES (Complete ONE form per person – make copies if necessary) Special Early Bird Full Package* Options—Registration forms must be postmarked by or completed online by May 31, 2016:

Delegates and Associates Full Package* $575

Family Duo Full Package* $1,000 In order to participate in the Duo Early Bird Registration Rate, two members in an immediate family must be Sisters/Spouses/Mother and Daughter/Grandparent and Grandchild. The duo must register together and both must be Hadassah members and/or Associates. (Please submit separate forms for each person, you will only be charged a total of $1000 for both registrations)

Gifted Member* $500

Convention Package Options—Registration forms must be postmarked by or completed online after May 31, 2016, but before July 15, 2016: Delegates and Associates Full Package* $625

Banquet Only (July 27, 2016) $135 # of tickets ____ @ $135 each $______Banquet tickets will not be sold after 6:00 pm Sunday, July 24, 2016

Day Only Rate (no meals included) $150 Indicate single day attending: Tuesday, July 26 Wednesday, July 27 Thursday, July 28

Hadassah National Business Meeting (open to delegates only) No Cost All elected delegates are invited to attend the National Business Meeting at no cost. Pre-registration is still required online or by completing the enclosed registration form.

Late Fee Registration forms postmarked or completed on line after July 15, 2016 are subject to the late fee: Late Fee $50

REGISTRATION TOTAL $______

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OPTIONAL EVENTS FEES

Monday, July 25, 2016 Guardian & Society of Major Donors Intimate Dinner & Discussion (by invitation only) $60

Gala Opening Plenary and Reception (Only for greater Atlanta members and Associates) $36

Tuesday, July 26, 2016 The Founders Dinner (by invitation only) $100

Party at the Pulse Dessert & Cocktail Reception $36

#HadassahRocks Event $36

Party at the Pulse Dessert & Cocktail Reception & #HadassahRocks Event $50

Wednesday, July 27, 2016 Keepers of the Gate Reception $36

Physicians’ Council Reception $36

OPTIONAL FEE TOTAL: $______

PAYMENT INFORMATION (DO NOT USE THIS PAYMENT FORM IF YOU REGISTERED AND PAID ONLINE.) GRAND TOTAL: Registration Fee + Optional Fee(s) $______Check (payable to Hadassah 2016 Convention) Credit Card: American Express MasterCard Visa Discover

CREDIT CARD NUMBER EXPIRATION DATE SECURITY CODE

PRINT CARDHOLDER’S NAME SIGNATURE/DATE

Cancellations Cancellations must be submitted in writing to Technical Registration Experts no later than Friday, July 15, 2016 and are subject to a $50 administration fee. In addition, any cancellations received after Friday, July 15, 2016 will NOT receive a refund. PLEASE NOTE: You may immediately send this form to Technical Registration Experts. You DO NOT need to submit your form with others from your Region/Big Chapter.

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DISCLAIMER, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION OF HADASSAH

By registering and participating in Hadassah’s 2016 National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia and associated travel to, during and from the Convention (the “Convention”), you agree to the following (as used herein, “you” means you and you on behalf of and with respect to any companions and family members traveling with you):

You understand and agree that “We” (as used in this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, the term “We” and the term “Hadassah” includes Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Inc., Hadassah Medical Relief Association, Inc., and each of their affiliates, related entities, predecessors, officers, directors, employees, volunteers, members, agents, representatives and their successors and assigns) act only as agent for the Convention participants in making arrangements with third parties regarding the Convention. You further agree that “We” do not assume any liability in making the Convention arrangements and are not responsible for any delay, injury, accident, natural disaster, labor dispute, machinery breakdown, failure or difficulty, government restraint, hostile act, terrorism, threat of terrorism, social unrest, local laws, climatic conditions, abnormal conditions or developments, theft, illness, death, disease, damage or other cost, loss or expense, of any nature whatsoever, arising directly or indirectly out of the Convention or Convention arrangements, including, but not limited to, that arising from Hadassah’s negligence or the negligence of others. You acknowledge and affirm that, notwithstanding any security arrangements that “We” may make, “We” do not guarantee and are not responsible for your personal safety or the safety of your property while participating in the Convention or any Convention-related activities, including, but not limited to, airline travel, ground transportation, meals, lodging, and recreational activities. You further agree that “We” shall not be liable or responsible for breach of contract, failure to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act or any intentional or negligent actions or omissions on the part of airlines, transportation operators, tour guides, hotels, restaurants, caterers, other suppliers, or other third parties or on the part of Hadassah, which results in any loss, damage, delay, inconvenience or injury to travelers or travelers’ companions or group members. “We” are not responsible for loss or theft of, or damage to, luggage or property, for accidents en route, or for ill health that may require travelers to miss parts of the Convention or to return home without your companions, family or group members. The tickets, coupons, tariffs, rules or contracts currently in use by any carrier, hotel, restaurant or other contractor rendering services shall constitute the sole contract between such contractor and the traveler and “We” do not guarantee any rates, bookings, reservations, connections, scheduling, or handling of baggage or other personal effects. All rights are reserved to adjust registration fees, costs or other expenses in connection with participating in the Convention at any time and to substitute accommodations or services of a similar category when deemed necessary.

Itineraries, activities, fees and speakers-lecturers are subject to change without notice due to special or unforeseen circumstances, and such substitution or withdrawal is not a basis for participant cancellation or refund. You further agree that you assume full responsibility for, and that Hadassah shall not be liable or responsible for, any personal travel outside of the Convention that you choose to partake in or any goods or services that you obtain from third party vendors prior to, during or after the conclusion of the Convention.

“We” reserve the right to decline to accept or retain any Convention participant at any time before or during the Convention, for any reason whatsoever, including failure to complete the Convention payment and registration forms in accordance with our published schedule, failure to comply with any rules or policies contained in the Convention registration forms or materials or otherwise hereafter established with respect to the Convention, including any security requirements, or in the event participants whose mental or physical condition or general behavior or deportment impedes the operation of the Convention or affects the rights, welfare or enjoyment of other Convention participants.

You are familiar with and understand the activities involved in the Convention and you agree to observe and be bound by all rules with respect to the Convention, now or hereafter established. You understand and voluntarily assume all risks, whether or not foreseeable, of attending the Convention and traveling to, from and during the Convention, including risks associated with your safety and security and/or risk that could result in damage or physical, emotional or psychological injury, illness, death, disease or other damage.

You understand that the Convention may include certain vigorous activities and you are aware of, able to, and will take responsibility for placing upon yourself appropriate physical limitations reasonably calculated to avoid illness or injury and you agree that “We” are not responsible for imposing such limitations. You acknowledge that “We” are not obligated to take any special precautions or provide extra staffing for you. You are aware of the risks listed herein, as well as possible travel industry business interruptions or bankruptcies, and you voluntarily assume all risks involved in the trip, whether expected or unexpected. You acknowledge that “We” have advised you to purchase accident, baggage, and trip cancellation insurance to cover reimbursement for trip delay, missed connections, sickness, accident, medical expenses, lost baggage, personal effects, baggage, delay, etc. and if you already own such insurance or any other personal insurance, to check the terms of your insurance in light of travel to the Convention. You understand that the insurance carrier makes all determinations regarding the insurance policies and acknowledge that Hadassah has no control over, and accepts no responsibility for, the insurance policies, including, but not limited to, the scope of the coverages, the terms of the policies, the administration of the policies, determination of benefits or the payment of claims.

The term “Claims” as used in this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification shall mean any and all claims and liability of any kind whatsoever, past, present and future, both known and unknown, including those which have not yet arisen or matured, whether in law or in equity, arising from, related to, or in connection with the Convention, your participation in the Convention, travel to, from, during, before and after the Convention (including personal travel), your free time during the Convention, any medical advice, treatment or testing, medications, immunizations or vaccinations, you may or may not receive, any insurance policies you may or may not obtain, any actions taken in connection with security requirements, including searches of your person or property, your departure, withdrawal, or removal from the Convention, any communications or notices or lack thereof before, during or after the Convention, any anti-discrimination laws (including without limitation

38 | THE POWER OF OUR DREAMS those protecting persons with disabilities), and regulations of any jurisdiction, any delay, property damage, loss or theft, any hostile act, government act or omission, terrorism, social unrest, local laws, climatic conditions, breach of contract, occurrence, accident, business interruption, machinery breakdown, visa, passport, vaccination or other entry requirement, substitution or change of hotels, transportation or other services, rates, bookings, reservations or connections, natural disaster, labor dispute, baggage and property handling, changes to or absence from or cancellation of the Convention program, whether or not foreseen, any other conditions, developments or disruptions, any bodily, emotional or mental injury, illness, disease, or death, third party claims and all other claims, liability, damage, cost, loss or expense of any nature whatsoever, including but not limited to, claims for negligence or any intentional act on the part of Hadassah or any other person or entity.

In consideration of your acceptance for participation in the Convention, and by signing below, you, for yourself, and your next of kin, family members, heirs, representatives, agents, successors and assigns, hereby agree to: (i) Release, waive and discharge Hadassah from any and all Claims; (ii) Covenant not to sue Hadassah with respect to any and all Claims; and (iii) Indemnify, defend and hold harmless Hadassah from any and all Claims and any and all liability, damage, cost, loss and expense (including attorneys’ fees and expenses) arising from, related to, or in connection with: (A) your acts and omissions and any involvement by you in the Convention and before, during and after the Convention; and (B) any and all Claims made at any time, past, present or future, by you, or any of your family members or any person to whom you are related by blood, adoption or marriage, or their heirs, representatives, agents, successors or assigns.

You agree that this Disclaimer, Release, and Indemnification shall be interpreted as broadly as possible in favor of Hadassah.

You agree that this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification are to be solely and exclusively governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of New York, without giving effect to principles of conflicts of law. You agree that the state or federal courts located in the State of New York shall have exclusive jurisdiction to determine disputes arising from, related to, or in connection with, or in any way involving the Convention or this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, including the applicability of this clause or the validity of this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, and you consent to the exercise by such courts of personal jurisdiction over you and agree not to assert any objection or defense based on lack of personal or subject matter jurisdiction or venue. You agree to waive your rights, if any, to institute or prosecute suit in any forum other than the State of New York. You agree to pay all reasonable attorneys’ fees and all other costs and expenses which may be incurred by Hadassah in the enforcement of or attempt to enforce this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, whether by action of law or otherwise. This Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification are intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of New York, and if any term or provision is declared invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining terms and provisions of this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification shall remain unimpaired and in full force and effect.

You irrevocably grant to Hadassah and its licensees the right to use, photograph, videotape or audiotape your name, image, portrait, picture, photograph, voice or any statements used, made, taken or prepared in the course of your participation in the Convention, including those photographs you may provide to Hadassah, or any portion thereof, in any manner and in any and all medium for any advertising, trade, fundraising, promotional or other purposes, without your approval or any compensation unless prohibited by law. You certify that you own or have the proper rights to use, transmit and share any photographs that you may provide to Hadassah for the purposes described in the preceding sentence. You agree that any photograph, image, likeness, portrait, picture, utterance or statement taken by Hadassah or its licensees shall be Hadassah’s sole and exclusive property. You hereby release Hadassah from any and all liability in connection with the use of your name, portrait, picture, photograph, voice or statements as described in this paragraph.

You acknowledge that you have read and understand this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification and that it shall be binding on you on behalf of yourself, your family members, next of kin, heirs and representatives. This Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, together with the registration forms, contains the entire agreement between the parties to this Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification. This Disclaimer, Release and Indemnification, together with the registration forms, supersedes any prior or contemporaneous agreements, understandings and negotiations regarding its subject matter.

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